Nov 17, 2012

Happened on a saturday night


Kanye West - Flashing Lights
"I'm more of the, trips to Florida
Order the hors d'oeuvres, views of the water
Straight from the page of your favorite author"


Nov 16, 2012

Pantone Profiles: Tangerines




PSA: All photos are my findings from tumblr, Pinterest, Etsy and the expansive assortment of images on google. I cannot credit every single one, but know that I am in no way taking credit for a photo unless I say it's mine.

Nov 15, 2012

ying the yang: black & whites

via ohlepetit
There is nothing more classic and chic than good ol' black & white. Black & white movies, black & white photos, black & white clothing....you simply can't go wrong. Anything done in black and white is simple, refined, and always essential.
I'm a pretty habitual dresser myself, and guilty of keeping along the black,white,grey wardrobe staples. Anything with a stripe and stays within that color family is my safe place. Hey, what can I say, I know what works for me. (or maybe I'm thrown off by color!)
Here are my picks for the best black & white fashion items out there today. All affordable investments and all worthy of a place in your closet.


Nov 13, 2012

another award show

The holiday weekend was absolutely gorgeous down here in Charleston. Hazed in complete elation, I almost missed the fact that it was the EMA's on MTV. I didn't watch, because I caught on a little too late, (I mean who watches them anyway?), but twitter filled me in properly and Kim K's Instagram clogged my feed. I will be honest and say that seeing all the buzz surrounding the EMA's, I did have to ask my husband what the heck they were. Ohhhh, right.. European Music Awards. Just another awards show to gawk at the good, the bad, and the ugly.

Here is my rundown of what they wore on the red carpet:

No Doubt
oh-m-g. To look like Gwen Stefani when I'm 40-something. I would honestly kill for that.

Carly Rae Jepsen
Thought CR's dress was very pretty, but I feel like shorter gowns are much more appropriate at any MTV award show. 

Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift looked great. She's riding the magic carpet of life right now - good for her.

Kim Kardash
This dress honestly looked better in an Instagram photo she uploaded right before she went on to present an award. In Getty images? Not so much. 
photo via KimK's instagram
Who knows what's genuine from her anymore now that Kanye has control of her wardrobe. Can't say he's really received enough fashion accolades to warrant that. 
All other attendees were pretty much worthy of not mentioning since they barely got dressed for the event. Seems the EMA's may have went rogue like their American counter-part did this past year. MTV has recently appointed a new CEO that obviously may have other things in mind for these annual shows. Here's to crossing our fingers for some better things to come from the network.


Nov 12, 2012

trend stalking: Diecuts


I'm seriously in love with this shop on Etsy, Oh Dier Living.
They specialize in die-cut signs that they hand-make one by one in their shop in Minneapolis. Not only are they awesome, I think that pretty much speaks for itself, but there is always a reason to have something like this in your life. The signs are great for weddings, parties, on your mantel, in your office, on a bookshelf, in your restaurant or store - I mean really, I don't need to give you a reason.
I'm not affiliated with them in any way but I give props where props are due. Their signs have been showing up on all sorts of tumblr feeds and Pinterest boards recently and I know how unfortunate it is that people forget to source where they get it from.
I've compiled my favorites from William's store, make sure to go check it out!

1. I own this one... for like ever.
2. You & Me, like PB&J... great little art for newlyweds.
3. I'm tired of seeing the 'do not open until' bows in maternity photos. Try this, it's cuter!
4. I have a guest room dedicated to the bright lights of Manhattan... I think this one would look great leaning on a wall shelf.
5. I had to pay homage to my Brooklyn... but now there are plenty of children named Brooklyn, too. Hook your baby up!